EFFECTS OF NORDIC WALKING ON THE AEROBIC ENDURANCE OF OLDER ADULTS

Authors

  • Jódar Reverte, M. ,Paredes Ruiz, M.J. Grupo de Investigación Ejercicio Físico y Rendimiento Humano. Universidad de Murcia (España)
  • Martínez González-Moro, I. Titular de Universidad. Grupo de Investigación Ejercicio Físico y Rendimiento Humano. Universidad de Murcia (España)
  • Ferrer López, V. Profesor Universidad de Murcia. Grupo de Investigación Ejercicio Físico y Rendimiento Humano. Universidad de Murcia (España)

Keywords:

ergospirometry, Nordic walking, functional capacity, elderly, aerobic endurance.

Abstract

Introduction: The objective was to evaluate the effects on aerobic endurance of a physical exercise program based on Nordic walking for the improvement of physical condition in older adults. Methodology: The population consisted of 29 subjects, the results of a twelve-week Nordic walking program, with a minimum of two weekly sessions. Two measurements were carried out; a previous and a subsequent one, through an effort test. Results: The population showed improvements in the intensity reached during the stress test. Likewise, significant increases (p<0.05) were observed in the variables oxygen consumption and heart rate. Conclusions: The Nordic walking program has increased the physical condition of our population, finding improvements at the cardiorespiratory level in both men and women.

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Published

2021-09-10

Issue

Vol. 21 No. 83 (2021): Vol. 21, No. 83, septiembre/September 2021

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